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Megan Burrows Promoted to Associate
We spoke to Megan Burrows about her recent promotion to Associate, her role at LA London, and what she hopes to achieve in her new position.
Join us in Cannes
LA London’s managing partner, Andrew Paulson will be heading out to Cannes during MIPIM again this year. Do get in touch if you’d like to arrange an appointment with him.
Our Top Event Highlights for 2026
Thanks to our location here in central London, we’re fortunate to have the chance to attend inspiring and informative events throughout the year.
This year the impact of technology – and AI in particular – looks set to be a key theme at many of the design and architecture shows, festivals and keynotes on our radar.
From established shows to inaugural summits and lecture series, here are some of the key 2026 events that have caught our eye.
LA London’s 2026 Forecast: Our Top 7 Trends in Prime Residential Design
2026 looks set to be another exciting year here at LA London. We’re looking forward to new projects and a renewed vision for LA London, both as a brand and as a business.
But what developments will we see in the wider world of architecture and design in 2026? Here, LA London partners Kathryn Archer and Andrew Paulson share their top seven trend predictions for 2026.
LA London’s Year in Review: 2025
From individual achievements to team events, LA London’s partners Kathryn Archer and Andrew Paulson reflect on another busy and exciting year in 2025.
An A-Z of Architectural Terminology
To help demystify and clarify the complex architectural process, we’ve put together a list of some of the most commonly used words and phrases that we encounter regularly in our day-to-day lives, with a brief explanation of what they mean.
A Day in the Life of… Megan Burrows
In the latest of our regular series exploring a typical day in the life of an LA London team member, we meet Senior Architectural Technologist Megan Burrows, who joined the team in 2020.
Renovation Unwrapped: The Menier Chocolate Factory
LA London recently completed a major renovation of the Grade II-listed Menier Building, transforming the historic former chocolate factory into elegant, light-filled office and events spaces.
What Makes a Great Project Team? 5 Factors for Success
LA London shares the top five qualities we look for in a potential collaborator, and how we ensure teams work together successfully for the duration of a project.
AI and Architecture: The Question of Ownership
In the latest in our series of articles on AI in architecture, LA London Associate – and our in-house AI expert – Miruna Stroe answers some questions about AI and IP, exploring the government’s new AI Opportunities Action Plan and the industry’s response, as well as our own policies and practices at LA London.
The Building That Inspired Me: Kathryn Archer
LA London Partner Kathryn Archer reflects on childhood visits to Tynemouth Plaza and the beach at Long Sands, and reveals how the building shaped her career as an architect.
Cotswolds Calling: Notes on Rural Style
A rural bolthole has long been an attractive prospect for HNWIs, and for good reason: the British countryside offers beautiful scenery, safety, and space. Now “country house” style is becoming increasingly desirable too – but how does rural design differ from its urban equivalent?
LA London partners Kathryn Archer and Andrew Paulson reflect on the key design features of a modern rural home, with insights from Rebecca Burke, Associate Director at luxury construction specialists Castellum and Martin Kemp of international interior design studio Martin Kemp Design.
LA London’s Autumn Event Highlights
We’re looking forward to a busy schedule of industry events to brighten our working days as we move into the last quarter of the year. Here’s a glimpse of what the next few months have in store.
Meet the Maker: Takasuke Yamada, CEO, Okurayama Studio
As we look forward to collaborating with Okurayama studio on an exciting new project, we spoke to fifth-generation CEO Takasuke Yamada about his work to continue his father’s legacy of craft, culture and community.
Buying in London: A Guide for International Buyers, Part 2: Post-Purchase
In the second instalment of our two-part Guide for International Buyers, LA London partners Kathryn Archer and Andrew Paulson reveal the key considerations for overseas clients undertaking a renovation project in the capital.
The Secrets of Statue Restoration
Partner, Kathryn Archer explores three LA London projects that involved statue restoration: Selfridges on Oxford Street, 1 Cornwall Terrace, and our most recent residential project renovating a Victorian villa in Little Venice.
A Day in the Life: Jake Goodger
Senior Architectural Assistant Jake Goodger describes a typical working day at LA London.
Buying in London: A Guide for International Buyers, Part 1: Pre-Purchase
In the first instalment of our two-part Guide for Overseas Buyers, we hear from Jo Eccles, founder and managing director of prime central London buying agency Eccord.
How a point cloud survey will save time and money on your project
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LA Surveys’ new CPD presentation, available in-person or online, demonstrates the many benefits - notably the time and cost savings - of having an accurate and reliable 3D survey of a property from the very start of a renovation project.